2009 OPEL ANTARA fuel cap

Instruments, controls72
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Electronic immobiliser
Illuminates in red when ignition is
switched on, then extinguishes.
If it remains illuminated after the ignition is
on, there is a fault in the immobiliser
system; the engine cannot be started -
see page 22.
9Door open
Illuminates in red when a door is open.
3Engine electronics,
transmission electronics 3
Illuminates in yellow when ignition is
switched on, then extinguishes.
If it illuminates
during driving;
there may be a fault in the engine or
transmission electronics: interrupt your
journey and consult a workshop as soon as
possible.
Further information - see page 134.
vAirbag systems 3 , belt tensioners
see pages 44, 52.
1Tailgate open
Illuminates in red when ignition is
switched on, then extinguishes.
Illuminates when tailgate is open or not
securely latched.
Tailgate - see page 26.
XDriver’s seat belt reminder
Illuminates in red when ignition is
switched on, then extinguishes.
When the engine is runn ing, if driver’s seat
belt is not engaged, it will flash for approx.
90 seconds and then illuminate until
driver’s seat belt is fastened.
If vehicle speed exceeds approx. 22 km/h
(14 mph), control indicator will flash for
approx. 90 seconds along with a warning
chime and then remains illuminated until
driver’s seat belt is fastened.
Seat belts - see page 43.
OTurn signal lamps
The relevant control indicator flashes in
green when the turn signal is on.
Rapid flash; failure of a turn signal bulb or
the corresponding fuse or failure of a trailer
turn signal bulb 3. Both control indicators
flash when the hazard warning lamps are
active.
Further information - see pages 14, 95.
Bulb replacement - see page 185.
Fuses - see page 181.
YLow fuel level
Illuminates in yellow when ignition is
switched on, then extinguishes.
If it illuminates during dr iving; fuel level low:
fill up fuel tank as soon as possible.
Never let the tank run dry.
Erratic fuel supply can cause catalytic
converter to overheat - see page 133.
Diesel engines: if the tank has been run dry,
bleed the fuel system as described on
page 171.
Refuelling - see page 132.
Fuel tank capacity - see page 225.

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Fuel gauge
Indicates fuel level when the ignition is on.
After adding fuel and restarting engine,
fuel gauge pointer slowly moves to show
new fuel level.
When fuel gauge indica tes that fuel supply
is low, control indicator
Y illuminates:
fill up fuel tank as soon as possible -
see page 132.
Never let the fuel tank become empty.
Diesel engines: if the tank has been run dry,
bleed the fuel system as described on
page 171.
Because of the amount of fuel remaining in
the tank, the amount of fuel required to fill
the tank may be less than the specified
tank capacity. Transmission display 3
Display of the selected gear or mode with
automatic transmission
3.
Information display
Board information display
Display of time, outside temperature and
date/Infotainment system (when it is on).
An F in the display in dicates a fault.
Have the cause of the fault remedied by a
workshop.
P Park position.
R Reverse gear.
N Neutral.
D Automatic mode.
1 to 5 Selected gear in manual
mode.
11:25}21.5°C
Range
RDS [TP]
257km

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Maintenance
Certain maintenance operations, e.g.
changes of engine oil, oil filter, air cleaner
element and brake pads, are required
more frequently for severe operating
conditions, e.g. driving on unsurfaced
roads, during thick dust or mud
accumulation, etc.
If the vehicle is driven off-road to a great
extent, the chassis will need regular
inspection.
Your Opel Partner will inform you which
additional service is required between the
normal service intervals, after
consideration of the specific operating
conditions of your vehicle.
Further information - see page 206.
Service checks after wading
After wading, check for the ingress of water
into the following:
zBrake fluid reservoir,
z Air cleaner element,
z Engine,
z Transmission,
z Axles,
z Interior of vehicle.
Renew any lubricating oil or hydraulic fluid
that has a milky appearance, indicating
contamination with water. All Wheel Drive summary
Do
z
Check fuel and tyres, water and oil levels
before venturing off-road.
z Survey on foot before driving off-road,
especially when traversing hillsides,
wading, driving in deep snow and over
ridges.
z Select the correct gear for the conditions.
z Use the engine’s power of acceleration
and deceleration with the correct gear,
to control the vehicle.
z Keep a firm grip on the outer rim of the
steering wheel - keep your thumbs away
from the spokes.
z Drive carefully and be prepared for
emergencies.
z Drive slower under crosswind conditions.
z Approach obstacles and conditions
off-road at the correct angles and with
sufficient momentum to negotiate the
obstacle, but do not put undue strain on
the vehicle.
z Use caution - if you are not sure, do not
do it. Don’tz
Do not venture off-road unless you are
certain that the conditions are capable
of being negotiated safely by you and
your vehicle.
z Do not take unnecessary risks.
z Do not use the brakes excessively, to
maintain steering control.
z Do not change gear on difficult terrain -
depressing the clutch may cause the
vehicle to stop because of drag on the
wheels - or accelerate backwards or
forwards when on a hill.
z Do not ride or slip the clutch.
z Do not spin the wheels if stuck in mud,
sand or snow - they will only dig in
deeper.
z Do not drive at an excessive speed,
especially into corners. Your All Wheel
Drive vehicle has a higher centre of
gravity than conventional vehicles.
Sudden changes of direction can lead to
loss of control.

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Driving hints
The first 1000 km (600 miles)
Drive your vehicle at various speeds. Do
not use full throttle. Never allow the engine
to labour at low revs.
Make good use of all gears. Depress the
accelerator pedal a maximum of around
three quarters of the available pedal travel
in all gears and drive ranges.
Do not drive faster than three quarters of
maximum speed.
Avoid quick starts, su dden acceleration
and prolonged high-speed driving, to
avoid engine damage and to conserve
fuel.
Do not brake unnecessarily hard for the
first 200 km (125 miles).
If possible, avoid towing another vehicle.
Never coast with engine not running
Many units may then not function (e.g.
brake servo unit, power steering, airbag
system). Driving in this manner is a danger
to yourself and others. Brake servo unit
With the engine not running, the brake
servo unit is no longer effective once the
brake pedal has been depressed once or
twice. The braking effect is not reduced,
but substantially greater foot pressure is
necessary to stop the vehicle.
Power steering
Never leave the steering wheel on full lock
when the vehicle is stationary, as this may
damage the power steering pump.
If the power steering should fail - e.g. when
the vehicle is being towed with the engine
switched off - the vehicle can still be
properly steered, but considerably greater
effort is necessary.
Driving in mountainous terrain or with a
caravan/trailer
Electrically driven fan; the fan cooling
capacity is not dependent on engine
speed. It is not necessary, therefore, when
driving uphill to shif
t down into a lower
gear if the vehicle can climb in a higher
gear. Driving in extreme conditions
When driving in hazard
ous conditions, e.g.
in snow, ice, mud, sand or water, drive
slowly and cautiously to allow for greater
braking distances.
If stuck, use 2nd gear (automatic
transmission in drive range 2) to avoid
spinning the front wheels.
Use sand, tyre chains or other non-slip
materials to provide traction when stuck in
snow, mud or ice.
Driving through water
Before attempting to drive through water,
check the depth. If the depth is slightly
lower than the underbody of your vehicle,
do not attempt to drive through it.
Driving too quickly through water can
cause water to enter the engine through
the air intake, causing severe damage.
Drive slowly, in a high engine rpm in as low
a gear as possible.
Driving with a roof load
Do not exceed the permissible roof load -
see page 221. For safety reasons,
distribute the load evenly and secure it
tightly with straps so that it cannot slip. Set
the tyre pressure to the value given for full
load. Do not drive faster than 120 km/h
(75 mph). Check and retighten straps at
frequent intervals.

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Fuel filler cap
If replacing the fuel filler cap, be sure to use
the original fuel filler cap for your model, to
ensure full functionality.
Refuelling
Ensure suitable fuel is available before
driving in foreign countries. The fuel filler neck with bayonet cap is
located on the left rear side of the vehicle.
The tank flap is locked together with the
doors - see page 25.
Unlock doors, tailgate and tank flap by
pressing button q
on the remote control or
by pressing central locking switch m in the
driver’s door.
Open the tank flap by hand.
If, in cold weather, the tank flap does not
open, tap it and try again.
To unlock fuel filler cap: turn it anti-
clockwise.
If hissing occurs, wait until it stops before
completely unscrewing the fuel filler cap.
Remove fuel filler cap and place it in its
holder on the inside of the tank flap.
The fuel tank has a limiting system which
prevents overfilling of the tank. Correct refuelling is largely dependent on
correct operation of the dispensing pump:
z
Insert dispensing pump as far as it will go
and switch it on.
z After the first automatic cut-off, do not
fill the tank any further.
Replace the fuel filler cap and turn it
clockwise until you hear several clicks.
Close tank flap.
Wipe off any overflowing fuel immediately.
If fuel is spilt onto the vehicle, rinse the area
with clean, cold water as soon as possible,
to avoid permanent damage to painted
surfaces.
9 Warning
Care must be taken when dealing with
fuel.
Before refuelling, it is absolutely vital to
switch off the engi ne and any heating
systems with combustion chambers.
Switch off mobile phones.
Fuel is inflammable and explosive,
therefore avoid dealing with fuel near
naked flames and doing anything that
would generate sparks. No smoking!
This also applies where the smell of fuel is
noticeable. If the smell of fuel vapour
occurs in the vehicle itself, have the cause
remedied immediately by a workshop.

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Tyre pressure
Check tyre pressures when cold, at least
every 14 days and prior to any long
journey. Don't forget to check the spare.
Use the valve cap key 3 to make
unscrewing the valve caps easier. The
valve cap key is located on the inside of the
tank flap.
Tyre pressures - see page 224.
Increased pressure resulting from tyre
warm-up must not be reduced, otherwise
the pressure may drop below the
permissible minimum when the tyres cool
down. After having checked the tyre pressures,
securely tighten the valve caps.
Incorrect inflation pressures will impair
safety, vehicle handling, comfort and fuel
economy and will increase tyre wear.
If the pressure is too low, this can result in
considerable tyre warm-up and internal
damage, leading to tread separation and
even to tyre blow-out at high speeds.
Hidden tyre damage is not eliminated by
subsequently adjusting the inflation
pressure.
Tyre condition, wheel condition
Driving over sharp edges can lead to
hidden tyre damage and wheel damage
which is only noticed later on; danger of
tyre blow-out.
Drive over edges slowly and at a right
angle if possible. When parking, ensure
that the tyres are not pressed against the
edge of the kerb.
Check tyres regularly for damage (foreign
bodies, punctures, cuts, cracks, bulges in
sidewalls). Check wheels for damage. In
the event of damage
or abnormal wear,
consult a workshop.
9 Warning
Incorrect tyre pressure could lead to a flat
tyre.9 Warning
Damage may lead to tyre blowout.

Technical data215
Technical data
Vehicle documents,
identification plate
The technical data is determined in
accordance with European Community
standards. We reserve the right to make
modifications. Specifications in the vehicle
documents always have priority over those
given in this manual.
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is
on the vehicle identification plate,
attached to the top of the front panel
support, visible when the bonnet is open.
The vehicle identification plate may also
list, in kilograms, the Gross Vehicle Weight
(GVW), the Gross Train Weight (GTW) and
the maximum front and rear axle loads
respectively. Observe these limits when
using the full load or towing capacity of
your vehicle. Information on identification plate
1):
1 Manufacturer
2 Trim level
3 Colour code
4 Type approval number
5 Vehicle Identifi cation Number
6 Permissible Gross Vehicle Weight
7 Permissible Gross Train Weight
8 Maximum permissible front axle load
9 Maximum permissible rear axle load
Vehicle documents,
identification plate........................... 215
Coolant, brake fluid, oils .................... 216
Engine data......................................... 217
Performance........................................ 218
Fuel consumption, CO
2emissions ..... 219
Weights, payload and roof load ....... 221
Tyres .................................................... 223
Electrical system ................................. 225
Capacities ........................................... 225
Dimensions .......................................... 226
Mounting dimensions of caravan/ trailer towing equipment ................. 227
1)The VIN plate on your ve hicle may differ from
the illustration shown.

Technical data 225
Electrical system
Capacities

(approx. in litres) Engine
1)
1)Sales designation - see page 217.
Z 24 XE Z 32 SE Z 20 DMH Z 20 DM
B a tte ry V olt a g e1 2 V1 2 V1 2 V1 2 V
Amp hours 60 Ah70 Ah90 Ah90 Ah
Battery for radio frequency
remote control CR 2032 or
equivalentCR 2032 or
equivalentCR 2032 or
equivalentCR 2032 or
equivalent
Engine
1)
1)Sales designation - see page 217.
Z 24 XE Z 32 SE Z 20 DMH Z 20 DM
Engine coolant 9.010.09.09.0
Fuel tank 65656565
Engine oil with filter change 4.77.4 6.26.2
Engine oil between MIN and MAX on dipstick 1.0 1.01.01.0
Washer fluid reservoir for windscreen and tailgate
washer system 4.0
4.04.04.0
Washer fluid reservoir for windscreen, headlamp
and tailgate washer system 6.7
6.76.76.7